ERC Perfect Pitch Contest Contestants in the ERC Perfect Pitch Contest will pitch a problem or opportunity connected with their ERC’s strategic vision in a clear, compelling manner in 90 seconds. Contestants will use one PowerPoint slide to assist in their pitch. Purpose of Slide: Serve as a visual anchor to help judges remember the different pitches Visual complement to the pitch Format is Flexible: Students are encouraged to be creative Although pitch must address problem/opportunity, solution, and impact, slide content is not prescriptive see next slide for a template highlighting the only required elements Videos, animations, and props are prohibited

Short title of Perfect Pitch Project Presenter Name, Presenter’s ERC

Mission Fit (for local competitions only) 2017 Judging Criteria Presenter: First Last Name Pitch Title: Full ERC Name, ERC Acronym:   ERC Home University, Location: Student Home University, Location: Degree Program: Advisor:   Poor (0 points) Fair (1-2 points) Good (3-5 points) Excellent (6-10 points) Score Problem Statement Did not clearly explain the problem Problem explained, but no connection to applications Problem and connection to application explained Clearly and simply described the problem and application Proposed solution Did not clearly explain the solution Solution explained but not well connected to problem Solution explained and connected to problem. Exhibits clear expertise in how solution connects to problem Broader Impact Did not discuss benefits of the technology Minimal description of benefits Adequate description of benefits Clear, compelling description of benefits Mission Fit (for local competitions only) Does not fit within ERC mission Fit within ERC mission is tenuous or unclear Fit within ERC mission is appropriate Fit within ERC mission is clear and logical Call to Action Call to action not included Call to action is unclear or not compelling Call to action is clear and well articulated but only somewhat compelling Call to action leaves you wanting to get started or yearning to learn more Visual Anchor Anchor negatively detracts or distracts from the message of the pitch Anchor is a generic and not particularly memorable Anchor complements the pitch & helps the judges remember the pitch Anchor is visually engaging, informative, and easily facilitates the intended message Poise/Style Lacks confidence and enthusiasm Mildly uncomfortable with audience Makes eye contact and engages audience Enthusiasm is contagious Judge # ____ Comments Total Points: Strengths   Suggestions

Prize Levels 1st Prize—$5000 2nd Prize—$2000 3rd Prize—$1000

Judges Concurrence Statement: 2017 Perfect Pitch Contest Results Judges Concurrence Statement: The assembled team of judges in the 2017 ERC-Wide Perfect Pitch Contest have discussed the merits of each presentation and concur with the average scores posted here and the final selection of the winners in this competition, as indicated in the table to the left. ERC Contestant Name Judges Scores #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 Ave. Rank ERC #1 Student #1   ERC #2 Student #2 ERC #3 Student #3 ERC #4 Student #4 ERC #5 Student #5 ERC #6 Student #6 ERC #7 Student #7 ERC #8 Student #8 ERC #9 Student #9 ERC #10 Student #10 ERC #11 Student #11 ERC #12 Student #12 ERC #13 Student #13 ERC #14 Student #14 ERC #15 Student #15 ERC #16 Student #16 ERC #17 Student #17 Judges Name Concurrence Signature Judge #1   Judge #2 Judge #3 Judge #4 Judge #5 Judge #6 Judge #7 Judging Instructions Score each contestant. Enter average score in AVE column. Rank the top 3 and sign with judges concurrence. Place in envelope and seal.